Made in Nature
Made In Nature has been a pioneer in the organic food industry for 25 years, scouting out every nook and cranny in the world to discover food untouched by sulfur, refined sugar, artificial additives, colors, flavors, genetically modified organisms, preservatives, pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. Along with sourcing the world’s ripest, freshest food, the company also practices environmental stewardship, helping to convert thousands of acres of land to organic farming. Many of these farms use renewable energy and provide shade and habitat for endangered species.
The company’s philosophy?
We do it because we love food and organic food simply tastes better. We do it to celebrate that moment when you eat something so sensational, so overwhelmingly delicious, that your mouth simply wants to applaud! We do it to inspire your culinary creativity and to help you discover how to elevate the nutrition and taste of your favorite recipes with our bold fruit flavors.
Made in Nature’s portfolio ranges from fresh produce to dried fruit, ancient grain fusion packs to healthy snacks. “Made In Nature is deeply rooted in premium, organic, great tasting products. The challenge with our newest product innovations was to find a way to combine a complex blend of ingredients into something that is ready-to-eat yet offered lively textures and lush flavors,” said Doug Brent, president and CEO. “With zero refined sugars or artificial flavors in each nutrient dense variety, these products are a real breakthrough for consumers who are seeking delicious, healthy and convenient options.”
The most recent award-winners of the company’s offerings–earning the distinguished Progressive Grocer Award for Most Innovative Product–are the Organic Ancient Grain Fusions. These heat-and-serve, nutrient-dense dishes are composed of vibrant blends of organic grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables and spices.
Take the Thai Coconut, for instance: the five grain fusion (Basmati Rice, Jasmine Rice, Quinoa, Long Grain White Rice, and French Green Lentils) features sweetness from coconut milk and refreshing lemongrass, and spiciness from exotic massaman curry paste incorporating chili, turmeric, and ginger. It was super easy to prepare: either a 60-second nuke in the microwave or a quick flash in the pan over medium heat.
The mixture can be used as a main meal or side dish, and can take you around the world with other flavor profiles including Mediterranean Feta, Moroccan Bazaar, Southwestern, Cuban Mojo, and Tuscan Garlic and Tomato.
The Toasted Coconut Chips were a pleasant surprise, particularly for the creative flavor blends (think rich Italian Espresso, sweet Vietnamese Cinnamon Swirl, pungent Ginger Masala Chai, and fragrant Mexican Spiced Cacao). The chips have a crisp crunch thanks to caramelization of the drupe during production. Particularly memorable is the Maple Madagascar Vanilla with its sweet kisses of organic maple syrup and vanilla.
Made in Nature features recipes on its website to spark inspiration (a sultry double baked sweet potato and toasted coconut mash looks particularly divine). These products and more are available nationwide at retailers including Safeway, Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Wegman’s, and REI.